Description
Looking for the best high protein dinner idea that is easy quick and simple to make This healthy cottage cheese chicken bake delivers a satisfying meal that fits busy weeknights family dinners and meal prep plans perfectly Packed with protein and made using straightforward ingredients it is one of the best simple recipes for anyone seeking healthy ideas that feel comforting reliable and practical for everyday cooking
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Mix cottage cheese garlic herbs salt and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast without slicing through.
- Fill each pocket with the cottage cheese mixture using a spoon.
- Brush chicken with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning.
- Place chicken in baking dish and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest chicken for 5 minutes before serving to keep it juicy.
Notes
- Use full fat cottage cheese for best texture.
- Let chicken rest before slicing.
- Reheat gently to avoid drying out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 145mg